Press area
There’s always something going on at Grotte de la Salamandre… On this page you’ll find all the information and press releases about Grotte de la Salamandre. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details.
Press kit 2024
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Releases 2024 - Season 12
Releases 2023 - Season 11
Releases 2022 - Season 10
Releases 2019 - Season 7
October
Halloween – Grotte de la Salamandre
September
September agenda – Grotte de la Salamandre
August
Tuesdays Live – ILHAAM Project
Les Mardis Live – Balaphonik Sound System
Live Tuesdays & August activities
July
Tuesdays Live – Nefertiti in the Kitchen
Les Mardis Live – Sparky ine the Clouds
Les Géants de Cristal and Mardis Live
April
Releases 2018 - Season 6
2017 Releases - Season 5
Releases 2016 - Season 4
2015 Media releases - Season 3
September
The Sardines play a prolonged game at the Grotte de la Salamandre
For Heritage Days, the Grotte de la Salamandre transforms into a giant acquarium
August
A busy end to the season at Grotte de la Salamandre
May
The full program of Season 3 events at Grotte de la Salamandre
The eagerly awaited Season 3 Concerts at the Grotte de la Salamandre
March
Les Journées Nationales des Grottes, in aid of Enfants de la Lune (Children of the Moon)
2014 Media releases - Season 2
13H news - TF1
A delightful 3-day shoot at the start of the season, whose broadcast had been postponed several times due to the unfortunate intensity of current events.
August 2022
William à Midi - C8
A nod to Provence Occitane. William Leymergie and Caroline Ithurbide put the spotlight on our beautiful region, its activities and its good places to eat and drink, on C8.
March 2022
Balaphonik Sound System at Grotte de la Salamandre
Alex regaled us with his incredible balaphon virtuosity and his mastery of a magical caper of keyboards, percussion and other loopers!
August 2019
Itte Q - Nippon TV
More than 15 million Japanese viewers discovered the incredible mineral treasures of our territory on the cult TV show “Itte Q”! Humor and culture shock!
February 2020
ILHAAM Project at Grotte de la Salamandre
A musical blend of virtuoso vocal technique and traditional instruments. An evening to close the season on a high…
August 2019
Bienvenue chez Nous - TF1
Our friends at the Café des Fleurs in Salindres have chosen to offer their guests a Grand Rappel for the TV show “Bienvenue Chez Nous”!
September 2020
Le 12/13 - France 3 National
France 3 came to “cover” the season’s flight of the Aéroplume. First in the Régional, then in the National…
April 2018
Le Journal de 20H - TF1
For the second time in 3 years, TF1 pays tribute to our activities! Beautiful images that capture the dreamlike atmosphere of the Grotto as the Aeroplume moves through it.
September 2019
Alchimix at Grotte de la Salamandre
Alchimix put on a wonderful evening, an improbable but effective meeting of Hang, Guembri and Human Beat Box.
August 2019
France 3 Pays Gardois - Le 19/20
A little camera work by the France 3 Pays Gardois teams. A complicated second year due to the health crisis…
June 2020
Le Journal de 20H - TF1
Beautiful images seen by millions of viewers. A fine reward for our efforts.
October 2017
Josephine Guardian Angel - TF1
What a pleasure to welcome Mimie Mathy and the whole “Joséphine Ange Gardien” film crew. A beautiful report by Alain Borie…
July 2017
JT 20H - France 2
When France 2 takes an interest in the world of caves and the people who protect them…
June 2017
Capital - M6
An introspective look into the economic world of caves, in the style of “Capital”. Border line, of course, but a fine report nonetheless…
September 2019
On n'est pas que des Cobayes - La Cinq
The Grotte de la Salamandre was chosen by the “On n’est pas que des Cobayes” team for a “Jules Verne special”. A fantastic Journey to the Center of the Earth… and in a Balloon!
February 2016
Météo à la Carte - France 3 National
On France 3, the program “Météo à la Carte” takes viewers on a journey across France.
September 2019
"Vin%thousand leagues underground - Via Occitanie
Via Occitanie was there for one of the unusual tastings of local wines in the Grotto.
July 2018
Le Trail des Avens
The Trail des Avens, brought together 600 runners in 2018 for 4 beautiful and very unusual races. On the program: the moss forest and a crossing of the Grotte de la Salamandre. Here’s a short clip to capture the festive atmosphere of the trail.
May 2018
Les Coulisses de la Salamandre - TV Sud
To discover the hidden galleries of La Salamandre, TV Sud’s Christophe chose to try out the backstage area for himself. Not so easy!
April 2016
L'amour est dans le Pré - M6
Yes, M6 came to the Grotto to film “L’Amour est dans le Pré”. With Monique and Jean-Marc!
October 2016
50 years of discovery - France 3
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Grotto, we invited the “inventors” to relive their first descent in front of the France 3 cameras!
July 2015
Inauguration of the Grotto - France 3
When the Grotto was inaugurated in 2013, France 3 was there to film the reaction of spectators.
June 2013
Slackline and lyrical art - France 3
When a tightrope walker meets a singer in a cave, the result is some very beautiful images filmed by France 3.
July 2014
Le 12/13 - France 3
Thanks to France 3 for another fine report with l’Aéroplume.
October 2016
Discovery - Languedoc-Roussillon region
On a trip through the garrigue, teams from the Languedoc-Roussillon region stopped off to discover the Grotte de la Salamandre.
September 2014
Welcome home - TF1
Jean-Marc and Zoubida from Mas de Cyjelac in Saint-Denis welcomed their hosts for the “Bienvenue Chez Nous” program on TF1.
September 2014
So France - D8
Shortly after the Grotto was opened to the public, D8 (now C8) broadcast this interesting report on the development of the Grotto.
April 2013
1st Aeroplane Flight - TVSud
TVSud (now viàOccitanie), which has been with us from the start, was the first to take an interest in what was to become a media star…
April 2014
Ballades Occitanes - France 3
The Incroyable Grotte de la Salamandre is the perfect place to enjoy a moment of freshness and magical discoveries!
May 2020
Cévennes Tourisme pays us a visit
The Cévennes region is full of riches, but when a new cave opens its doors, it’s essential to discover it and try out its activities.
July 2013
Le Grand Rappel - Languedoc-Roussilllon Region
Enter the Incredible Grotte de la Salamandre via its ceiling, on a safe 50-metre Grand Rappel, with family or friends. Adrenalin and fun guaranteed!
July 2013
Le Grand Rappel - TV-Sud
TV Sud (now viàOccitanie) has been with us from the start, and has produced some very fine reports…
July 2015
Contact
La Grotte de la Salamandre – 30430 Méjannes le Clap
Grotte de la Salamandre is administratively attached to the pretty commune of 30430 Saint-Privat de Champclos, on the other side of the wild Cèze gorges, but is only accessible from Méjannes le Clap.
Longitude: 4.340065 – Latitude: 44.258171
Open daily from March 15 to All Saints’ Day
Tel: +33 (0)4 66 600 600 – contact@grottedelasalamandre.com www.grottedelasalamandre.com
Press contact
Bérénice Berthelot – 06 12 43 54 90 – presse@grandesalamandre.com
